Join us for an unforgettable 70-minute student-led walking tour of Harvard University, where history and tradition come alive!
Stretching about a mile, this engaging journey will take you throughout Harvard's campus and surrounding neighborhood while
our enthusiastic student guides provide entertaining stories of Harvard's fascinating past as well as their own experiences.
Snap a selfie with the legendary John Harvard Statue and marvel at the grandeur of Widener Library—all while experiencing the spirit of one of the world’s most prestigious institutions!
CHOOSE
Select Your Date And Time on our Booking Page.
Booking is risk free - cancel or change at any time!
SCHEDULE
LOCATION
The closest street address is 1380 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02138
Our managers and your tour guide will greet you at our starting location outside the Harvard Red Line T Stop next to The Harvard Shop
ARRIVE
AFTER THE TOUR
Tours end at The Harvard Shop, a student-run gift store.
Enjoy your student led campus tour of Harvard! Let our guides do all the work and show you the best places to explore.
ENJOY!
Tours run 7 days a week from 10am - 4pm
Why you should trust our guides:
Our student guides were once visitors themselves. They understand what you want to see and learn
Our Harvard student guides undergo a rigorous semester long training
Our guides are current students who have their finger on the pulse of what’s going on today at Harvard.
Don't Just Take Our Word For it!
Testimonials
"A perfect experience. One million percent recommend. Your visit to Boston is not complete without it."
Tricia T.
Tripadvisor.com
Katelyn B.
YELP
“Tour guide Cathrine was hilarious! Amazing tour and a great way to see Harvard for the first time. Would go again!”
A.N. Comisso
This was the highlight of our visit to Boston! Matthew was a fantastic host (so many cool stories!) & my girls (12 & 9 years old) also listed this tour as one of the favorite parts of their visit!
Start Location:
1380 Massachusetts Ave,
Cambridge MA 02138
Our tour lasts about 75 minutes. The tour route is about 1 mile. We walk at a leisurely pace and the route is accessible.
Tour Time & Distance:
Adult (21+): $22
Senior (60+): $21
Child/Student (4-20): $20
Ages 3 and under: no charge
Rates:
Your tour covers 3 main themes: Harvard History, Harvard Culture, and Famous Harvardians.
Our student led campus tour is the most popular walking tour of Harvard University. Guided by current Harvard undergrads, the tour is a 75-minute historic tour of Harvard Yard and the surrounding neighborhood of Harvard Square. The Tour receives consistent praise from guests and major media outlets. Trip Advisor rates the tour one of the top attractions in Cambridge.
Just a few of the sites you'll see on your tour
Harvard Square
Johnston Gate
Harvard Yard
Science Center
Memorial Hall
Widener Library
Lowell Bell Tower
John Harvard Statue
Don’t settle for less than the best, or waste your time on a free tour
(It’s free for a reason!)
Tours@HSA.net
Text: 617.275.2320
Phone: 855.455.8747
